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Temporary

Hilary Leichter
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Temporary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Hilary Leichter

Temporary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Temporary by Hilary Leichter follows a protagonist navigating a surreal world of temporary jobs and unstable identities. As the character moves through various assignments, including pirate ships and haunted houses, they explore themes of work, identity, and the search for permanence in a transient existence. The story offers a whimsical yet profound reflection on modern labor landscapes.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Humorous

Fantastical

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

6,288 ratings

63%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Temporary by Hilary Leichter is praised for its whimsical and imaginative narrative weaving humor and surrealism into a commentary on work and identity. Its inventive storytelling and sharp wit are highlights, although some readers find the plot's abstract nature disorienting. Overall, it's celebrated for its originality and satirical edge, appealing to fans of unconventional literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Temporary?

A reader who relishes surreal tales and satirical commentary on modern work life, akin to Kafka's absurdity and the wit of Muriel Spark's The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, will enjoy Hilary Leichter's Temporary. It's a whimsical exploration of identity and job culture, perfect for those who appreciate imaginative, thought-provoking fiction.

3.9

6,288 ratings

63%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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